unscripted

adjective

un·​script·​ed ˌən-ˈskrip-təd How to pronounce unscripted (audio)
: not following a prepared script

Examples of unscripted in a Sentence

Her reaction was completely unscripted.
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The territory has emerged as Asia’s largest buyer of unscripted formats, particularly favoring Chinese formats from providers like Hunan TV and Shanghai Media Group. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024 However, questions have emerged about whether Biden was consulted regarding the interpretation of his unscripted remarks before the transcript's release. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 In August, media publication Deadline reported that Chick-fil-A has been working with outside production companies for content, including unscripted shows, like a family-friendly game show. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024 In his new role, Woodward — who first joined Fremantle in 2014 — will now oversee all physical production for the U.S. unscripted studio, including pre-production, budgeting, production and post production for development projects and active productions. Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unscripted 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscripted was circa 1950

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“Unscripted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscripted. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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